The Nikkei Average is 871 yen higher (as of 13:50). In terms of the Nikkei average contribution, Fast Rite <9983>, East Elec <8035>, Advantest <6857>, etc. are top positive contributors, while Socionext <6526>, Nichirei <2871>, etc. are top negative contributors. In the sector, the shipping industry, non-ferrous metals, wholesale trade, precision instruments, and electrical equipment have a high price increase rate, and the electric/gas industry, and the air transport industry are falling in price.
The increase in the Nikkei Average is widening. There is also a view that sellers' buybacks are accelerating since the Nikkei Average surpassed the 25th line, which is located in the 38700 yen range, all at once.